Let's Get Physical
This free daily activity is one of the best forms of 30-minute exercise.
walking
Physical activity does not necessarily mean working out. Walking is easy and effective for improving heart health, lowering blood sugar, and improving well-being
Served with pasta, its main ingredient is basil
pesto
Other ingredients are garlic, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts. You can substitute walnuts without compromising flavor.
In what sport is a gap wedge used?
Golf
The gap wedge is used for making short-distance shots. Other types of wedges are pitching, sand, and lob
This is every kid’s favorite boxed dish made with elbow pasta.
macaroni and cheese
Add some crab, lobster, or wild mushrooms and an artisan cheese blend for an adult gourmet side dish.
This country’s flag is known as the “Stars and Stripes.”
United States
The 50-star flag was designed as a high school project. Discussions were ongoing about bringing Alaska and Hawaii into the union, and student Bob Heft designed the flag in anticipation of their admission. He was given a B– for his efforts
Founded in Quebec, what is the French name of the private entertainment company which has sold over 100 million tickets for its unique blend of continuous live music and circus-like acrobatics?
Cirque du Soleil
What land animal can weigh anywhere between 150 to 250 pounds at birth?
Elephant
Baby elephants, known as calves, can stand within 20 minutes of being born and walk within an hour
adding this class keeps you moving to the beat and allows you to mingle with people
dance
Many community centers offer ballroom dance classes and additional classes
This red sauce is served with tortilla chips.
salsa
Basic ingredients include chopped tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño. Add cumin and salt to taste
What are the two national sports of Canada?
Hockey and lacrosse
Hockey and lacrosse are both sports worth noting. Lacrosse is Canada’s oldest sport, originating from Native American traditions. ”
This steak patty is smothered in gravy and mushrooms and will transport you back to your childhood.
Salisbury
This country’s capital city is Cairo.
Egypt
The Egyptians are building a new capital city 30 miles from Cairo to ease congestion in the city. It is known as the New Administrative Capital, or NAC, and features skyscrapers, light rail, and a park twice the size of New York City’s Central Park. The government began relocating to the NAC in 2022.
What white tri-petal woodland flower is the official flower of Ontario?
trillium
The Rubik’s Cube has this number of sides.
six
The world record for solving the Rubik’s Cube is 3.13 seconds
This summertime (or indoors in the winter), low-impact exercise places no pressure on the spine, knees, or hips.
swimming
Some of its benefits include increased stability, flexibility, and range of motion.
This mayo-based sauce includes minced dill pickles, mustard, lemon juice, and spices and often accompanies fried fish
tartar sauce
The name comes from the French tartare, but its roots might date to the Roman era.
This winter sport developed in the 1960s and ’70s and is popular among athletes like Shaun White and Jamie Anderson.
snowboarding
This bread-shaped hamburger is covered in a ketchup and brown sugar sauce
meatloaf
Variations of this entrée are unlimited. For example, you can give it an Italian flair by topping it with marinara sauce and cheese and adding garlic and Italian herbs to the meat mixture.
This country, which lies at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has a “cotton castle.
Turkey
Pamukkale (puh-MOO-kayl), which translates to “cotton castle,” is not a building; it’s a natural area of hot springs and thermal pools that includes a five-square-mile area of fluffy-looking white calcite rocks. Pamukkale has been designated a World Heritage Site.
Canada produces 85% of the world’s supply of what food item?
Maple Syrup
What country does the rice dish paella come from?
Spain
Paella originated in Valencia, located on the east coast of Spain. There are three main types of paella: Valencian, seafood, and mixed (mixture of seafood, meat, and vegetables)
Before your primary exercise, performing this type of exercise prepares you for the main event
warm-up
After exercise, perform cool-down routines. Both are low-impact exercises with smooth movements.
This is the French name for natural gravy and pan drippings served with roast beef
au jus
The juices are released during cooking
This type of Frisbee was first played at a collegiate game in the USA
ultimate Frisbee
The game originated in the late ’60s and took off in the ’70s.
This glazed entrée makes an appearance during the holidays, and frozen leftovers sometimes last through the winter.
ham
You can use leftover ham in sandwiches, as a breakfast side, and more.
This Pacific Rim country has 20 percent of the world’s earthquakes that measure 6.0 or higher on the Richter scale.
Japan
It’s also the country with the densest seismic network in the world.
What color is the sand on Prince Edward Island?
Red
What is the popular breakfast side dish made of thinly cut potatoes that are fried until golden brown?
Hash browns
The first iteration of a hash brown recipe is credited to cookbook author Maria Parloa in 1888, and the original dish consisted of chopped meats mixed in with the potatoes.
For a little more than $20, you can achieve the same results using these stretchy products for strength training as you would with expensive exercise machines.
resistance bands
Resistance exercises build strength in the upper and lower body.
This French white sauce made with milk, butter, and flour is one of the five mother sauces.
béchamel
Black pepper and nutmeg are optional ingredients. The key to a perfect béchamel is constant whisking until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency
This icy sport became a medal sport in 1976; the team event debuted for the 2014 Olympics
ice dancing
Olympic figure skating, on the other hand, has been in the Olympics since 1908
This hearty Italian rice dish hits the spot during the colder months, sometimes as an entrée
risotto
Some novel forms of this dish include strawberry risotto and even squid ink risotto, which turns it black!
Fairbanks, Alaska; Svalbard, Norway; and Yukon, Canada are three destinations recommended by Travel + Leisure Magazine for travelers hoping to see what phenomenon?
Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights)
What Canadian province produces more than 50 percent of the country’s manufactured goods?
Ontario
Ontario borders all of the Great Lakes. It also has access to the St. Lawrence Seaway. Therefore, it can bring in more materials and export more, too.
What is the main ingredient in hummus?
Chickpeas
Hummus can be traced back at least to the 13th century, when it was referenced in a Cairo cookbook